I think I can do both. I’m more suited starting out in a middle management role then transitioning to upper management. It goes in line with what @Scott said where upper managers would be best if they spent some time with the company as a middle manager. I think that being able to complete/fulfill a task on a daily/weekly basis is a fulfilling accomplishment which motivates me to pursue more responsibilities in the future. Also as @dag56 mentioned, getting a good feel of the company’s culture will give me a good idea as to where the company is heading where I can then help plan direct the company towards that direction.